Spell Bee Word: shiver

Basic Details

Word: Shiver

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: To shake slightly because you are cold, frightened, or excited.

Synonyms: Tremble, shake, quiver

Antonyms: Steady, remain calm

Idioms and Phrases

1. Shiver me timbers: Used to express surprise or amazement. Example: "Shiver me timbers! I didn't expect to see you here!"
2. Shiver down your spine: A feeling of fear or excitement. Example: "The ghost story sent a shiver down my spine."

Usage Examples

Example 1: As the cold wind blew through the trees, I couldn't help but shiver.

Example 2: The little boy began to shiver as he stepped into the icy water.

Example 3: I felt a shiver of excitement when I heard my name called at the awards ceremony.

Fun Fact

Did you know that shivering is the body’s way of generating heat? When you're cold, your muscles contract and relax quickly, which creates warmth to help you stay warm!

Famous Quote

"In the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer." - Albert Camus

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "shiver" mean?

a) To speak loudly
b) To shake slightly due to cold or fear
c) To run quickly
d) To sleep deeply

Answer: b) To shake slightly due to cold or fear

2. Which of these is a synonym of "shiver"?

a) Sing
b) Dance
c) Tremble
d) Jump

Answer: c) Tremble

3. Which is an antonym of "shiver"?

a) Shake
b) Tremble
c) Remain calm
d) Quiver

Answer: c) Remain calm

4. Which sentence uses "shiver" correctly?

a) I will shiver my homework tonight.
b) She began to shiver when she stepped outside into the snow.
c) They shiver the ball on the field.
d) We decided to shiver a story by the fire.

Answer: b) She began to shiver when she stepped outside into the snow.

5. What does the idiom "shiver down your spine" mean?

a) To feel warm and comfy
b) A sound that is pleasant
c) A feeling of fear or excitement
d) To laugh loudly

Answer: c) A feeling of fear or excitement